Microsoft Windows XP Networking and Security Inside Out Also Covers Windows 2000

by Siechert, Carl; Bott, Ed

Edition: 1st

ISBN13: 9780735620421

ISBN10: 0735620423

Format: Paperback

Pub. Date: 2005-09-28

Publisher(s): Microsoft Press

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Summary

Dig into Windows XPand discover how you can really put its networking and security features to work! Also covering Windows 2000, this supremely organized reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and handy workarounds in concise, fast-answer format. It's all muscle and no fluff. Find the best and fastest ways to perform everyday networking tasks, and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery! From Ethernet to WiFi, build a fast, reliable, security-enhanced network Keep your system current with Windows Update Design and troubleshoot a comprehensive data backup and recovery solution Help prevent network invasions with firewall solutions, encryption systems, Windows AntiSpyware, and other defenses Use logon, authentication, and Group Policy to help control access to shared resources Take ultimate control by blocking ports, encrypting files, and installing digital certificates Monitor security events by configuring auditing policies and security templatesCD features: Complete eBook Insider Extrasincluding sample batch and script files plus security templates Microsoft Encyclopedia of Networking, Second Edition, eBook Microsoft Encyclopedia of Security eBook Microsoft Computer Dictionary, Fifth Edition eBook Microsoft resourcesincluding Windows XP Expert Zone articles and downloadable security resources Links to Web sites of Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs)

Author Biography

Carl Siechert specializes in implementing and documenting operating system technologies. He has coauthored several Windows-related books, including the popular Windows Vista Inside Out, Deluxe Edition, with Ed Bott and Craig Stinson.

Acknowledgments

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We'd Like to Hear from You!

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About the CD

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Conventions and Features Used in This Book

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Part 1 Windows Networking and Security Essentials

Windows Networking and Security 101

(24)

Building a Network with Security in Mind

(7)

Which Windows? A Comparison of Networking Features

(1)

Using a Hardware Firewall Appliance

(1)

Configuring Network Hardware

(3)

Blocking Attacks by Using a Firewall

(7)

Packet Filtering

(1)

Stateful-Inspection Packet Filtering

(1)

Application Filtering

(4)

Who Needs a Firewall?

(1)

Restricting Network Access to Files and Folders

(7)

Windows Sharing and Security Models

(7)

Workgroups vs. Domains

(3)

Computer Security: Are You at Risk?

(18)

Balancing Safety and Convenience

(1)

Know Your Enemy: Seven Threats to Your Computer's Security

(14)

Threat #1: Physical Attacks

(2)

Threat #2: Pilfered Passwords

(2)

Threat #3: Nosy Network Neighbors

(1)

Threat #4: Viruses, Worms, and Other Hostile Programs

(3)

Threat #5: Outside Intruders and Trojan Horse Takeovers

(2)

Threat #6: Invasions of Privacy

(1)

Threat #7: E-Mail Threats

(2)

How Can You Protect Yourself?

(2)

Windows Security Tools and Techniques

(36)

What Are User Accounts?

(9)

Local vs. Domain Accounts

(2)

Built-In User Accounts

(1)

Security Groups

(3)

Rule of Least Privilege

(1)

Controlling the Logon and Authentication Process

(8)

How Interactive Logons Work

(3)

Safeguarding the Security Accounts Manager

(1)

Using Group Policy to Restrict Access

(2)

Ensuring the Security of Files

(3)

Using NTFS Permissions

(2)

Sharing Files Over a Network

(1)

Encryption Options

(1)

Securing Your Computer: A Checklist

(10)

Install and Configure a Firewall

(1)

Install All Windows Security Updates

(1)

Install and Configure Antivirus Software

(1)

Eliminate or Disable Unused Accounts

(1)

Set Strong Passwords for All User Accounts

(1)

Tighten Logon Security for All Users

(1)

Use NTFS for All Drives

(1)

Review NTFS Permissions on All Data Directories

(1)

Review All Network Shares

(1)

Use Your Screen Saver as a Security Device

(1)

Create a Backup

(1)

Advanced Security Options

(5)

Managing User Accounts and Passwords

(54)

Managing User Accounts for Security

(21)

Finding the Account-Management Tools

(6)

Creating User Accounts

(2)

Disabling or Deleting User Accounts

(3)

Assigning User Accounts to Security Groups

(3)

Assigning a Password to a User Account

(2)

Securing the Administrator Account

(2)

Securing the Guest Account

101

(2)

Following Best Practices for Your Everyday Account

103

(5)

Using Passwords Effectively

108

(14)

Creating Strong Passwords

111

(2)

Establishing and Enforcing Password Policies

113

(2)

Recovering a Lost Password

115

(4)

Managing Passwords

119

(3)

Configuring the Logon Process for Security

122

(13)

Securing the Welcome Screen

122

(1)

Securing the Classic Logon

123

(2)

Controlling Automatic Logons

125

(2)

Logging On with a Biometric Device

127

(1)

Displaying a Welcome Message---or a Warning

128

(3)

Setting Account Lockout Policies

131

(1)

Adding Another Layer of Protection with Syskey

132

(3)

Securing a Shared Computer

135

(44)

Using NTFS Permissions for Access Control

136

(22)

Basic and Advanced Permissions

141

(2)

Viewing and Changing NTFS Permissions

143

(8)

Applying Permissions to Subfolders Through Inheritance

151

(3)

What Happens to Permissions When You Copy or Move Files?

154

(2)

How to Break into Files and Folders When You Don't Have Access Rights

156

(2)

Locking Up Personal Documents

158

(6)

Making a Folder Private with Windows XP

158

(5)

Protecting Personal Files in Windows 2000

163

(1)

Sharing Documents Securely on a Multiuser Computer

164

(5)

Restricting Access to Programs

169

(1)

Restricting Access to the Registry

170

(5)

Managing Removable Storage Devices and Printers

175

(4)

Restricting Access to Removable Storage Devices

175

(2)

Restricting Access to Printers

177

(2)

Preventing Data Loss

179

(34)

Determining Your Backup Needs

181

(2)

How Much Data Do You Have to Back Up?

181

(1)

What Is Your Most Important Goal?

182

(1)

How Much Are You Willing to Spend?

182

(1)

How Important Is Your Data?

182

(1)

What Level of Hassle Are You Willing to Endure?

183

(1)

Organizing Your Data

183

(5)

Eliminating Unnecessary Data

183

(2)

Arranging Your Data for Easy Backup

185

(2)

Choosing a Backup Location

187

(1)

Designing a Backup Solution

188

(7)

Simple Backup Strategies

188

(2)

Backing Up Selected Folders and Files

190

(2)

Using Imaging Software to Back Up Complete Partitions

192

(2)

Combining Methods for a Comprehensive Backup Strategy

194

(1)

Using the Windows Backup Program

195

(9)

Choosing a Backup Type

197

(2)

Performing Interim Backups with Windows Backup

199

(5)

Using Other Data Loss Prevention Tools Included with Windows

204

(4)

Checking for Hard Disk Errors with Chkdsk

204

(1)

Keeping an Up-to-Date Emergency Repair Disk

205

(1)

Creating System Restore Points

205

(2)

Backing Up the Registry

207

(1)

Protecting Backups

208

(1)

Recovering Data

209

(4)

Recovering Individual Files from Backups

209

(1)

Restoring a System by Using an Emergency Repair Disk

210

(1)

Restoring a System by Using an Automated System Recovery Disk

211

(1)

Recovering Data from a Damaged Hard Disk

212

(1)

Keeping Your System Secure

213

(26)

Monitoring Security in Windows XP

213

(4)

Keeping Current with Windows Update

217

(8)

Automating Your Updates

220

(4)

Downloading the Update Files for Multiple Computers

224

(1)

Security Alert Services

225

(4)

Receiving Alerts Through Instant Messaging

225

(1)

Receiving E-Mail Alerts and RSS Notification

226

(2)

Other Sources for Security Alerts

228

(1)

Testing and Verifying Your Secure Status

229

(10)

Checking Your Update Status with Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer

230

(9)

Part 2 Smart, Secure Networking

Setting Up a Secure Home or Small Business Network

239

(62)

Choosing a Network Type

241

(5)

Ethernet Networking

241

(1)

Wireless Networking

242

(1)

HomePNA Networking

243

(1)

HomePlug Powerline Networking

244

(1)

Other Network Types

245

(1)

Setting Up Your Network Hardware

246

(4)

Installing and Configuring a Network Adapter

246

(1)

Connecting with Hubs, Switches, and Routers

246

(3)

Selecting Cable for an Ethernet Network

249

(1)

Configuring Your Network

250

(9)

Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP

250

(7)

Configuring a Connection in Windows 2000

257

(1)

Configuring Workgroup Settings

258

(1)

Managing Network Connections

259

(17)

Checking Connection Status

261

(2)

Installing Protocols, Services, and Clients

263

(5)

Setting IP Addresses

268

(4)

Configuring Network Bindings and Provider Order

272

(2)

Bridging Connections

274

(2)

Securing Network Connections

276

(9)

Using Windows Firewall in Windows XP

277

(3)

Choosing a Third-Party Personal Firewall

280

(5)

Sharing Information Across Your Network

285

(16)

Setting Up Shared Folders

285

(9)

Managing Shared Folders

294

(7)

Sharing an Internet Connection

301

(28)

Connecting Your Network to the Internet

302

(3)

Using Direct Internet Connections on a LAN

305

(5)

Configuring a Dial-Up Connection

305

(1)

Configuring a Broadband Connection

306

(2)

Adding Firewall Protection

308

(2)

Sharing an Internet Connection Through Hardware

310

(6)

Configuring a Router or Residential Gateway

312

(2)

Tightening Security on a Router

314

(2)

Sharing an Internet Connection Through Software

316

(5)

Setting Up Internet Connection Sharing in Windows XP

317

(3)

Setting Up Internet Connection Sharing in Windows 2000 Professional

320

(1)

Controlling Inbound Access to Your LAN

321

(8)

Using Peer-to-Peer File-Sharing Software

322

(1)

Running a Web Server on Your Network

322

(1)

Connecting to Your Desktop from a Remote Location

323

(6)

Wireless Networking

329

(18)

The Risks and Rewards of Wireless Networking

330

(4)

Controlling Connections to a Wireless Access Point

334

(3)

Encrypting Wireless Transmissions

337

(3)

Configuring a Windows Computer for Wireless Networking

340

(6)

Managing Wireless Network Connections

342

(2)

Configuring a New Wireless Network

344

(2)

Extra Security for Wireless Networks

346

(1)

Working with a Corporate Network

347

(38)

Introducing Windows-Based Domains

348

(5)

Active Directory

349

(1)

Domain Servers

350

(1)

Domain Structure

351

(1)

Group Policy

352

(1)

Joining a Domain

353

(10)

Configuring Network Settings

357

(1)

Adding Domain Accounts to Your Local Account Database

357

(4)

Leaving a Domain

361

(1)

Accessing Domain Resources from a Computer Running Windows XP Home Edition

361

(1)

Enabling Security Center

362

(1)

Working on a Domain-Based Computer

363

(10)

Logging On to a Domain

363

(1)

Displaying My Network Places

364

(1)

Specifying Network Resources by UNC Path

365

(1)

Finding Files, Printers, and Users

365

(3)

Connecting to Shared Network Folders

368

(1)

Windows XP Differences in a Domain Environment

369

(4)

Connecting Remotely to a Corporate Network

373

(12)

Setting Up a VPN Connection

374

(1)

Connecting to a VPN

375

(2)

Working with VPN Connection Properties

377

(2)

Setting Up a Virtual Private Network

379

(6)

Part 3 Protecting Your Personal Computer

Making Internet Explorer More Secure

385

(46)

When Web Pages Go Bad

388

(1)

Following Safe Browsing Practices

389

(16)

Using the Information Bar

391

(1)

Blocking Pop-Ups

392

(3)

Downloading Executable Files

395

(2)

Dealing with Automatic Downloads

397

(1)

Controlling ActiveX Downloads

398

(6)

Using Least Privilege When Browsing the Internet

404

(1)

Using Security Zones

405

(18)

Configuring the Local Intranet Zone

409

(1)

Adding Sites to a Zone

409

(2)

Configuring Security Settings

411

(12)

Managing Browser Add-Ons

423

(2)

Managing ActiveX Controls

425

(5)

Updating an ActiveX Control

426

(1)

Reading a Control's Properties

426

(1)

The Safe for Initialization and Safe for Scripting Flags

427

(1)

Deleting a Downloaded ActiveX Control

428

(1)

Permitting Only Administrator-Approved ActiveX Controls to Run

428

(1)

Deactivating an ActiveX Control

429

(1)

Managing Java Applets

430

(1)

Blocking Spyware, Adware, and Other Unwanted Software

431

(26)

What Is Spyware?

432

(4)

Blocking Unwanted Software

436

(6)

Choosing and Using Anti-Spyware Tools

442

(9)

Rooting Out Spyware

451

(6)

Identifying Potentially Unwanted Software

452

(3)

Using Automated Removal Tools

455

(1)

Using Special-Purpose Removal Tools

456

(1)

Removing Unwanted Software Manually

456

(1)

Stopping Viruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses

457

(36)

How Malicious Software Attacks Your Computer

458

(12)

Attachment-Borne Viruses

463

(2)

Attacks from the Web

465

(1)

Trojan Horse Programs

466

(1)

Other Attacks

467

(3)

Identifying Malicious Software

470

(4)

Choosing an Antivirus Program

474

(8)

Protecting Your Computer from Hostile Software

482

(8)

Training Users to Avoid Viruses

483

(2)

Blocking Dangerous Attachments

485

(3)

Using Backups and System Restore

488

(2)

Repairing an Infected System

490

(3)

Securing E-Mail and Instant Messages

493

(34)

Protecting Yourself from Hazardous Attachments

494

(15)

Attachment and Automation Security in Outlook

495

(10)

Attachment Security in Outlook Express

505

(4)

Protecting Yourself from Rogue HTML

509

(3)

Changing the Security Zone

510

(1)

Activating Script in an Outlook 2002 or Outlook 2003 Message

510

(2)

Using Web-Based E-Mail Securely

512

(3)

Handling Attachments and Script

514

(1)

Protecting E-Mail from Prying Eyes

515

(9)

Obtaining a Public Key/Private Key Pair

516

(1)

Using S/MIME to Send Encrypted Messages

517

(3)

Ensuring the Authenticity and Integrity of Your Messages

520

(2)

Using PGP for Signing and Encrypting

522

(1)

Other Third-Party Encryption Tools

523

(1)

Using Instant Messaging Safely

524

(3)

Avoiding Malicious Software

524

(1)

Preventing Spim

525

(2)

Blocking Spam

527

(34)

What Is Spam?

528

(8)

Sneaky Spammers' Secrets

530

(1)

How to Decode an E-Mail Header

531

(5)

Basic Spam-Blocking Techniques

536

(4)

Using Filters

540

(19)

Creating Custom Filters

544

(9)

Using Outlook's Junk E-Mail Filters

553

(4)

Backing Up Message Rules

557

(2)

Third-Party Spam-Busting Solutions

559

(1)

Fighting Back Against Spam

560

(1)

Securing Your Computer by Using a Firewall

561

(24)

How Hack Attacks Work

562

(2)

Configuring a Host Firewall

564

(13)

Allowing Incoming Connections Through Windows Firewall

565

(10)

Controlling Windows Firewall with Group Policy

575

(1)

Using the Netsh Command to Manage Windows Firewall

576

(1)

Blocking All Exceptions

577

(1)

Identifying Intruders

577

(5)

Configuring Windows Firewall Logging

578

(1)

Examining Windows Firewall Logs

579

(3)

Fighting Back

582

(3)

Protecting Your Privacy

585

(42)

Protecting Your Identity

587

(4)

Avoiding Losses from ``Phishing'' Attacks

591

(2)

Ensuring Your Children's Safety and Privacy

593

(2)

Managing Cookies

595

(22)

The Anatomy of a Cookie

596

(4)

Setting Cookie Preferences in Internet Explorer 6

600

(12)

Setting Cookie Preferences in Firefox/Mozilla

612

(1)

Backing Up, Restoring, and Deleting Cookies

613

(2)

Using a Cookie-Management Program

615

(2)

Watching for Web Bugs

617

(1)

Browsing Anonymously

617

(1)

Covering Your Tracks

618

(9)

Eliminating Your Internet Explorer History

619

(1)

Erasing Your Internet Explorer AutoComplete History

620

(1)

Turning Off Inline AutoComplete in Internet Explorer

620

(1)

Clearing Your Recent Documents List

620

(1)

Eliminating Recent Document History on Exit

621

(1)

Eliminating Applications' Most-Recently-Used Lists and the Recent Documents Menu

622

(1)

Using Third-Party Cleaners

623

(4)

Part 4 Extreme Security

Securing Ports and Protocols

627

(44)

How Ports and Protocols Allow Access to Your Computer

628

(4)

How Ports Are Assigned

628

(2)

Unofficial Port Usage

630

(1)

How Connections to a Port Are Made

631

(1)

Determining Which Ports Are Active

632

(6)

Restricting Access to Ports

638

(12)

Restricting Ports by Using Windows Firewall

638

(1)

Restricting Ports by Using TCP/IP Filtering

638

(1)

Restricting Ports by Using a Perimeter Firewall

638

(2)

Restricting Ports by Using IP Security

640

(10)

Why Blocking Ports Isn't Enough

650

(1)

Shutting Down Unneeded Services

650

(12)

Understanding Windows Services

652

(10)

Tightening Security on Internet Information Services

662

(9)

Managing IIS Services

663

(1)

Running the IIS Lockdown Tool

664

(2)

Blocking Anonymous Access to IIS

666

(2)

Using Server Logs

668

(2)

Keeping Up with IIS Security Updates

670

(1)

Installing and Using Digital Certificates

671

(28)

What Are Digital Certificates?

672

(6)

Certificate Purposes

673

(1)

Certificate Stores

674

(1)

Certification Authorities

675

(3)

Obtaining a Personal Certificate

678

(3)

Managing Your Certificates

681

(18)

Using the Certificates Dialog Box

683

(2)

Using the Certificates Snap-In

685

(3)

Viewing and Modifying Certificate Properties

688

(5)

Exporting Certificates for Safekeeping

693

(3)

Importing Certificates

696

(1)

Copying or Moving a Certificate

696

(1)

Deleting a Certificate

697

(1)

Renewing a Certificate

697

(2)

Encrypting Files and Folders

699

(30)

Using the Encrypting File System

702

(18)

Before You Begin: Learn the Dangers of EFS

703

(1)

Encrypting Your Data

704

(5)

Using Encrypted Data

709

(6)

Recovering Encrypted Data

715

(1)

Disabling or Reenabling EFS

716

(3)

Strengthening EFS Protection

719

(1)

Creating a Data Recovery Agent

720

(4)

Generating a File Recovery Certificate

721

(1)

Designating Data Recovery Agents

721

(2)

Removing the Private Key

723

(1)

Backing Up Your Certificates

724

(5)

Backing Up the File Recovery Certificate

725

(1)

Exporting a Personal Encryption Certificate

726

(1)

Importing a Personal Encryption Certificate

727

(1)

Creating a New Personal Encryption Certificate

728

(1)

Managing Security Through Group Policy and Security Templates

729

(44)

Exploring Security-Related Policies

730

(24)

Exploring User Rights

732

(4)

Exploring Security Options

736

(10)

Exploring Other Group Policies

746

(8)

Using the Group Policy Snap-In

754

(7)

Using the Security Settings Extension

756

(1)

How Policies Are Applied

757

(2)

Starting Group Policy for a Remote Computer

759

(2)

Using Security Templates

761

(10)

Using the Security Templates Snap-In

765

(1)

Reviewing Account Policies, Local Policies, Event Log, and System Services Settings

766

(1)

Controlling Security Group Membership

767

(1)

Configuring Permissions on Folders, Files, and the Registry

768

(1)

Applying Template Settings

769

(2)

Analyzing System Security

771

(2)

Monitoring Security Events

773

(20)

Auditing Security Events

773

(8)

Enabling Security Auditing

774

(2)

Configuring Auditing of Access to Files, Printers, and Registry Keys

776

(4)

Deciding What to Audit

780

(1)

Viewing the Log of Security Events

781

(7)

Working with Logged Events

782

(2)

Working with Log Files

784

(4)

Viewing Other Security-Related Logs

788

(5)

Part 5 Appendix

Appendix The Ten Immutable Laws of Security

793

(8)

Index to Troubleshooting Topics

801

(2)

Index

803

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